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When the postoperative patient complains of sudden chest pain combined with dyspnea, cyanosis, and tachycardia, the nurse recognizes the signs of:
 
  a. hypovolemic shock.
  b. dehiscence.
  c. atelectasis.
  d. pulmonary embolus.

Question 2

The nurse debriding a burn wound explains that the purpose of debridement is to:
 
  a. increase the effectiveness of the skin graft.
  b. prevent infection and promote healing.
  c. promote suppuration of the wound.
  d. promote movement in the affected area.



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SeanoH09

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Sudden chest pain combined with dyspnea, tachycardia, cyanosis, diaphoresis, and hypotension is a sign of pulmonary embolism.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Debridement is the removal of damaged tissue and cellular debris from a wound or burn to prevent infection and to promote healing.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM


coreycathey

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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